nerve impulse
Pronunciation
Noun
B2 Upper-intermediate
Quick answer
An electrical signal that travels along a nerve cell, carrying information to and from the brain and body.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
action potential
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "A _____ can travel along some neurons at speeds of over a hundred meters per second."
Answer: nerve impulse
In your own words, what does "nerve impulse" mean?
An electrical signal that travels along a nerve cell, carrying information to and from the brain and body.
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